ArmInfo.A letter in support of increased aid to Armenia and Artsakh in fiscal year 2021 was signed by 75 congressmen from 23 US states. ArmInfo was informed about this in the press service of the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA).
ANCA Executive Director Aram Hambaryan thanked Congressmen Pallone, Speyer and Schiff, and all other legislators who signed this letter, aimed at promoting a targeted, future-oriented assistance package for Artsakh and Armenia, which is an investment in peace and democracy.
The ANCA also informed that the letter circulated for signing in Congress includes the following budget requests: allocate $ 1.5 million for mine clearance in Artsakh and reliable financing of regional rehabilitation services for landmine victims and people with physical and cognitive impairments. In addition, provide $ 100 million for assistance in the field of economy, management, rule of law and security of Armenia through the Department of State and USAID. "As well as the removal by the State Department and USAID of any official or unofficial restrictions on travel to the United States, communication or contacts with representatives of the Artsakh government. And most importantly, the suspension of US military assistance to Azerbaijan until it is confirmed that Baku has stopped everything aggressive actions towards Armenia and Artsakh, "ANCA informed.